What Classic Car Would You Drive ($5k-$10k range)
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Classic under 10K??
I'm thinking Volvo P1800, perhaps a 164e or a 544. Lotsa COOL vintage Volvo out there. The 1800's can be pricey but you can get them reasonable as well.
A 70's 'Vette is in that range too.
BDTI plan for the future. - F1Nut -
1968 COUGAR 302/Auto/NO RUST !!/ 80,000 orig miles/RUNS !! - $4100 (Katy/West Houston)
http://houston.craigslist.org/car/660649252.html
i have this 1968 Cougar that was a Barn find,it has not been licensed since 1984,kept inside,and has no rust and it has a Clear Title !! yep !! a CLEAR TITLE !!and did i mention it has NO !! RUST !! NO Bondo!! and has never been wrecked,all the hard to find parts are on here and working..
the Motor is 99.9% original it has never been bored out or Hot Rodded.Bumpers are very straight/grill and headlight covers are perfect,no pitting in Chrome
I would love to keep it but i Must Sell...
what this car does need...3 emblems/ 1 hub cap / and a serious Tune Up !!
you will not find another 1960's car this solid for this Price$$
Please look at the pictures and call 999-999-9999 if seriously interested(LEAVE MESSAGE I WILL RETURN ALL CALLS )after 6pm or email me at ****@hotmail.com -
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MillerLiteScott wrote: »I got about $3,200 wrapped up in this. I have had a lot of fun driving this car. Flame away if you wish. I love small British convertibles.
Yep, TR7. I grew up and my dad raced MG's and Austin Healey's in late 60's. The TR8 was the ticket, same coachwork more or less as the TR7 except with a V-8 shoe horned in there. Classic British car."Appreciation of audio is a completely subjective human experience. Measurements can provide a measure of insight, but are no substitute for human judgment. Why are we looking to reduce a subjective experience to objective criteria anyway? The subtleties of music and audio reproduction are for those who appreciate it. Differentiation by numbers is for those who do not".--Nelson Pass Pass Labs XA25 | EE Avant Pre | EE Mini Max Supreme DAC | MIT Shotgun S1 | Pangea AC14SE MKII | Legend L600 | BlueSound Node 3 - Tubes add soul! -
That's actually not even that great of a deal on that Cougar. Most likely you are replacing every belt, hose and gasket. The gas tank probably needs to be replaced along with the fuel pump.
Even in excellent condition, these aren't worth ALL that much.
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Lots of impressive cars shown but most NOT in the price range mentioned. I've been an Alfa GTV guy for long time. Alfa prices been on the rise as well but still a few models with many examples in the sub-$10,000 range.
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Yep, TR7. I grew up and my dad raced MG's and Austin Healey's in late 60's. The TR8 was the ticket, same coachwork more or less as the TR7 except with a V-8 shoe horned in there. Classic British car.I like speakers that are bigger than a small refrigerator but smaller than a big refrigerator:D
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off topic but listen to the formula 1 engine at 1:30
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I want mine to sound like this! Oh wait it does
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My dream rig is a 1972 Chevy Blazer (which just happens to be convertible ). My plan with it is to leave it pretty stock, but stuff either a blown 427 in it or a built Cummin 5.9 to make a formidable street rig with classic styling.
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I'd love to have another '69 911, but a Targa this time. Great car, and easy to work on. Like Troy, I loved the old Volvo 1800P too. The poor man's Ferrari.
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candyliquor35m wrote: »I'm not a mustang fan but yellow ones look nice.
Looks orange to me...........perhaps you need your eyes checked TOO :)."Appreciation of audio is a completely subjective human experience. Measurements can provide a measure of insight, but are no substitute for human judgment. Why are we looking to reduce a subjective experience to objective criteria anyway? The subtleties of music and audio reproduction are for those who appreciate it. Differentiation by numbers is for those who do not".--Nelson Pass Pass Labs XA25 | EE Avant Pre | EE Mini Max Supreme DAC | MIT Shotgun S1 | Pangea AC14SE MKII | Legend L600 | BlueSound Node 3 - Tubes add soul! -
Looks orange to me...........perhaps you need your eyes checked TOO :).
I had a 1970 Mustang in that color scheme! I had the 429ci (I believe it was either 428 or 429ci) in it. The yellow is a dark yellow that did fade/oxidize out sometimes to an orangy hue.DKG999
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I had a 1970 Mustang in that color scheme! I had the 429ci (I believe it was either 428 or 429ci) in it. The yellow is a dark yellow that did fade/oxidize out sometimes to an orangy hue.
It was tongue in cheek remark, I was trying to be funny considering the history of debate CL35M and I have. Sort of a lighthearted Friday afternoon remark. Things just don't come across well on screen."Appreciation of audio is a completely subjective human experience. Measurements can provide a measure of insight, but are no substitute for human judgment. Why are we looking to reduce a subjective experience to objective criteria anyway? The subtleties of music and audio reproduction are for those who appreciate it. Differentiation by numbers is for those who do not".--Nelson Pass Pass Labs XA25 | EE Avant Pre | EE Mini Max Supreme DAC | MIT Shotgun S1 | Pangea AC14SE MKII | Legend L600 | BlueSound Node 3 - Tubes add soul! -
You should of used the super secret Club Polk flippant remark signal :eek: Then I would of caught on!DKG999
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You should of used the super secret Club Polk flippant remark signal :eek: Then I would of caught on!
We've hung out before.....................right ."Appreciation of audio is a completely subjective human experience. Measurements can provide a measure of insight, but are no substitute for human judgment. Why are we looking to reduce a subjective experience to objective criteria anyway? The subtleties of music and audio reproduction are for those who appreciate it. Differentiation by numbers is for those who do not".--Nelson Pass Pass Labs XA25 | EE Avant Pre | EE Mini Max Supreme DAC | MIT Shotgun S1 | Pangea AC14SE MKII | Legend L600 | BlueSound Node 3 - Tubes add soul! -
When it comes to babes, I don't pay attention to color
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I need to learn not to multi-task and try to respond to Club Polk threads and listen to boring conference calls at the same time My bad!DKG999
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I need to learn not to multi-task and try to respond to Club Polk threads and listen to boring conference calls at the same time My bad!
Pay more attention to CP and less to the conference call . Sorry off topic.
I should add that by now the original Rabbit GTi should be among the classics, The original pocket rocket that started the "hot hatch" craze in the US in 1983. I had a Black 1983 GTi and it was a fun/fairly quick/nice handling car.
http://www.automobilemag.com/features/collectible_classic/0702_1983_volkswagen_rabbit_gti/index.html
"Appreciation of audio is a completely subjective human experience. Measurements can provide a measure of insight, but are no substitute for human judgment. Why are we looking to reduce a subjective experience to objective criteria anyway? The subtleties of music and audio reproduction are for those who appreciate it. Differentiation by numbers is for those who do not".--Nelson Pass Pass Labs XA25 | EE Avant Pre | EE Mini Max Supreme DAC | MIT Shotgun S1 | Pangea AC14SE MKII | Legend L600 | BlueSound Node 3 - Tubes add soul! -
1962 CHEVY IMPALA CONVERTIBLE LOWRIDER. GOLD DAYTONS,327 MOTOR AND HYDRAULICS. 15000.00 OBO
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Pay more attention to CP and less to the conference call . Sorry off topic.
I should add that by now the original Rabbit GTi should be among the classics, The original pocket rocket that started the "hot hatch" craze in the US in 1983. I had a Black 1983 GTi and it was a fun/fairly quick/nice handling car.
http://www.automobilemag.com/features/collectible_classic/0702_1983_volkswagen_rabbit_gti/index.html
I have a friend with one, he put a newer sciracco engine and suspention stuff on it, it sits about 2" of the ground and rides like a shopping cart, scary little car.
Another guy I went to high school with that never grew up recently bought his dream car, a calloway turbo scirraco, yeah I thought they only did vettes but he has the factory scirraco, why I don't know;) -
I have a friend with one, he put a newer sciracco engine and suspention stuff on it, it sits about 2" of the ground and rides like a shopping cart, scary little car.
Another guy I went to high school with that never grew up recently bought his dream car, a calloway turbo scirraco, yeah I thought they only did vettes but he has the factory scirraco, why I don't know;)
Yep, I had an original Scirocco and a friend in Cali had a full Drake racing turbo Scirocco. My GTi was also lowered 2" and had an ultra cool sounding exhaust. The suspension on my GTi was so stiff that when I went to sell the car I noticed a few small stress cracks in the paint around the strut towers. Meaning the body was flexing before the suspension was. It really was overdone looking back, but that was a slot car if there ever was one. Beat the hell out of me on bad roads.
Aftermarket parts as well as technology has come a long way since the late 80's and there are alot more options. My current VR6 GTI has all the aftermarket performance goodies on it but it's a much more civilized car than my '83 GTi with essentially the same upgrades.
H9"Appreciation of audio is a completely subjective human experience. Measurements can provide a measure of insight, but are no substitute for human judgment. Why are we looking to reduce a subjective experience to objective criteria anyway? The subtleties of music and audio reproduction are for those who appreciate it. Differentiation by numbers is for those who do not".--Nelson Pass Pass Labs XA25 | EE Avant Pre | EE Mini Max Supreme DAC | MIT Shotgun S1 | Pangea AC14SE MKII | Legend L600 | BlueSound Node 3 - Tubes add soul! -
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Yep, I had an original Scirocco and a friend in Cali had a full Drake racing turbo Scirocco. My GTi was also lowered 2" and had an ultra cool sounding exhaust. The suspension on my GTi was so stiff that when I went to sell the car I noticed a few small stress cracks in the paint around the strut towers. Meaning the body was flexing before the suspension was. It really was overdone looking back, but that was a slot car if there ever was one. Beat the hell out of me on bad roads.
Aftermarket parts as well as technology has come a long way since the late 80's and there are alot more options. My current VR6 GTI has all the aftermarket performance goodies on it but it's a much more civilized car than my '83 GTi with essentially the same upgrades.
H9
speaking of nice handling cars... May 26th is the first HSAX at Blackhawk Farms. Want me to send you the registration link?HT
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1. 1964 Chevy Impala 2dr $11,500 (Hutto,Tx)
http://houston.craigslist.org/car/675325912.html
http://shernandez7.smugmug.com/gallery/4903746_vPc42/1/292742648_oV6Vf#292742648_oV6Vf
Small block 327ci V8 (rebuilt) maybe 1700 miles
New
- Battery
- Master Cylinder
- Power Booster
- Power Steering Hose
- Tires (all four)
- Exhaust w/ mufflers
Exterior
- Lines are straight
- Original Color (not paint)
- All glass is good but driver rear as a crack(have a replacement)
- NO DENTS on body
- All chrome (some minor dents)
Interior
- All Original (minus radio & speakers)
- Seats are good (small tear on drivers side)
- Gauges work
The ONLY reason I must sell this car is we just had a baby. Other than that this ad would never be posted. Call xxxx 999-999-9999
2. 1964 Chevy Impala SS - $13500 (Alvin)
http://houston.craigslist.org/car/669801720.html
1964 Impala SS. Super clean and straight. Solid body and floors. Has a 327 with a power glide transmission. Bucket seats and console. Cream exterior with a brown interior. Stock rally wheels and good tires. All good glass and decent paint. Stock from front to rear. 999-999-9999 -
http://houston.craigslist.org/car/677452436.html
Got a 1964 Dodge Dart GT
Straight six engine
Push button automatic transmission
Not much rust
Interior is all original and in excellent condition
Has 91,325 Miles
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http://houston.craigslist.org/car/693967440.html
1966 Chevy Impala 2 door Hardtop. Currently registered, inspected, and driven regulary. My uncle was the original owner, I bought it from him in 1994 and have driven it regularly since then. Here are the details:
Chassis: Body is in pretty good shape but does have rust in the usual areas
around the front and rear windows and on the rear quarterpanels. Power
steering and power brakes works good. B&M Line Lock, Hurst Pro-Stick
ratchet shifter, Autometer Monster Tach, New BF Goodrich tires (less
than 300 miles on tires) all the way around on original Rally Wheels,
new coil springs in the rear, front center link replaced within the
last 10,000 miles
Engine: 283 bored 0.030" over with 327 crank pushing 312 c.i., flat-top
pistons, 58cc Powerpack heads, mild cam, Weiand Stealth dual-plane
intake, Carter AFB 750 4bbl carb, MSD HEI Ignition, long-tube headers
w/ dual exhaust, finned aluminum Weiand valve covers and air cleaner
Transmission: TH350 with 2,000 stall convertor and shift kit, needs a new seal
in the tailshaft, leaks alittle when parked for more than a few
days
Rear End: GM 12-Bolt with 3.08 gears
Asking $4,500.00 or reasonable offer -
JHC, we can all read craigslist.
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This is my car. My wife bought it for me the day I retired from the Navy. Within the price specified.
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